it energizes us. yet, at the same time, if our hearts get hardened toward those that oppose our views, i think we are failing as a christian. we need to be able to keep that communication open for the greater call, which is to introduce people to jesus christ. >> you know, i feel like when you talk with people about politics, it tends to be more the liberals who are intolerant as opposed to the conservatives. i just had a conversation recently with a friend of mine who is a network news producer. and she said nothing is getting done in washington because republicans are racist. i said are you kidding me? i felt like i was talking to big foot there. something that people hear about but they never actually see. i thought wow, somebody actually does believe this. complete intolerance. >> i understand that. again the scriptures,s new testament pray for those who persecute those love those who hate you. jesus straightforward about people who oppose your point of view it is god's kindness and god's love tha